Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Leoforce; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

HSA options

Commuter Benefits

401k with company match

Generous PTO & sick leave

Job summary

Leoforce in Newport News, VA seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, including processing, filling and packaging. You will ensure food safety, quality, and efficient staffing while driving continuous improvement across the plant.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of leadership in high‑volume manufacturing, strong problem solving, and familiarity with ERP/SAP systems. This on‑site role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are required.
• Experience in high‑volume manufacturing and workforce management.
• Familiarity with production planning and KPI tracking.
• Knowledge of food safety systems, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production activities across processing, filling, packaging, and support functions.
• Execute production schedules to meet customer demand, inventory targets, and operational objectives.
• Monitor production performance and drive improvements in throughput, labor utilization, yields, and downtime reduction.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Quality, Warehousing, and Supply Chain teams to maximize plant performance.
• Ensure efficient staffing levels and proper allocation of personnel across shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Food safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Production KPIs

Workforce management

Production planning

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Experience:

Manager

Salary:

$70,000 - $80,000 per year

Job Details

Operations Leadership

• Direct daily production activities across processing, filling, packaging, and support functions.
• Execute production schedules to meet customer demand, inventory targets, and operational objectives.
• Monitor production performance and drive improvements in throughput, labor utilization, yields, and downtime reduction.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Quality, Warehousing, and Supply Chain teams to maximize plant performance.
• Ensure efficient staffing levels and proper allocation of personnel across shifts.

Food Safety & Quality

• Maintain compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support and enforce adherence to GMPs, HACCP, SQF, sanitation procedures, and company policies.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to investigate product quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a food safety culture that prioritizes product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and hourly production employees.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Identify training opportunities and support employee growth and succession planning.
• Foster a positive, collaborative workplace focused on safety, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency gains, labor optimization, and process standardization.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Drive sustainable improvements in OEE, productivity, quality, and cost performance.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a safety-first culture throughout the facility.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and all company safety standards.
• Conduct investigations related to workplace incidents, implement corrective actions, and reduce overall risk exposure.
• Monitor compliance with PPE requirements and safe work practices.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of leadership experience within a high volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of food safety systems, sanitation practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with manufacturing KPIs, workforce management, and production planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Dairy Science, Food Science, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Food & beverage manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar manufacturing software.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement training/certifications

A bit about us:

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in Newport News. This role is responsible for overseeing production, packaging, sanitation, and workforce performance while ensuring the highest standards of food safety, quality, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and experience managing teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• HSA options
• Commuter Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO & sick leave